
Season Review · July 28, 2025
Promotion secured - Climbing the football pyramid
Lowsbouth's 11th season in the football pyramid has been nothing short of remarkable. Competing in Division 8, the club finished second with an impressive record of 17 wins, just a single draw, and only four losses. Their goal difference of +36 stands out as one of the best in the division, highlighting their attacking prowess and defensive solidity. This outstanding performance has culminated in securing promotion, marking a significant milestone in the club’s ongoing journey through the ranks of football.
Gary's mark
5/5
Excellent ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Finished
2nd
Points
52
Record
17-1-4
GD
+36

Gary "Nano" Pettit-Thompson IV
Lead Football Journalist
The Match & Season Desk
Data-first, narrative-second. If it happened on the pitch, Gary filed it.
A Columns Desk filing — visual season centre first, then the full notebook.
Season Centre
The campaign in pictures — before the filing.
Position
2nd
Points
52
Win Rate
77%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
5-2-3
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Jose Gutierrez
LW
13 contributions
Top scorer
Jose Gutierrez
LW
7 goals
Top assists
Jose Gutierrez
LW
6 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 52
- P88
- Scoring
- 59
- P88
- Defence
- 23
- P88
- Goal difference
- +36
- P88
5/5
Season mark
Excellent ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Campaign Record
17-1-4
Wins
17
77%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
4
18%
Attack · Defence
+36 GD
The Filing
Gary's notebook, desk by desk — with the forthcoming newsroom voices framed around the edges.
From Gary's Notebook
Season Overview
Filed by
Gary Nano
Lowsbouth's 11th season in the football pyramid has been nothing short of remarkable. Competing in Division 8, the club finished second with an impressive record of 17 wins, just a single draw, and only four losses. Their goal difference of +36 stands out as one of the best in the division, highlighting their attacking prowess and defensive solidity. This outstanding performance has culminated in securing promotion, marking a significant milestone in the club’s ongoing journey through the ranks of football.
Fun fact: Lowsbouth’s goal difference of +36 is among the best in Division 8, underscoring their dominance both offensively and defensively throughout the season. Their consistent form and team cohesion have been key factors in their successful campaign, setting a solid foundation for the challenges ahead in higher divisions.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Secured promotion to a higher division, a testament to their hard work and determination
- Scored 59 goals, showcasing their attacking strength
- Conceded only 23 goals, demonstrating defensive resilience
- Top players contributed significantly with goals and assists, maintaining team balance
- Maintained an unbeaten streak in most matches, reflecting consistency
From the Columns Desk
The team player - Contributing in multiple ways
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Santiago Alvarez: 7 goals, 4 assists in 11 appearances, a versatile contributor with no disciplinary issues.
- Jose Gutierrez: 7 goals, 6 assists in 11 appearances, a key playmaker and goal scorer.
- Marco Gaillard: 7 goals, 3 assists in 11 appearances, providing consistent offensive support.
- Joe Miller: 6 goals, 5 assists in 11 appearances, a creative force in attack.
- Alvaro Borba: 6 goals, 3 assists in 11 appearances, contributing both in scoring and playmaking.
From the Columns Desk
The team player - Contributing in multiple ways
Filed by
Gary Nano
All top performers displayed a balanced mix of goal-scoring and assisting, reflecting a well-rounded team effort. Their discipline and teamwork have been exemplary, with no yellow or red cards recorded.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While the season has been highly successful, there is room to enhance consistency in away fixtures and tighten defensive organization against top-tier opponents. Developing squad depth to manage fixture congestion could also be beneficial as they progress to higher levels.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Lowsbouth’s season has been a fantastic success, marked by a strong attacking record, solid defense, and cohesive team play. Their ability to secure promotion with such a commanding goal difference underscores their potential for growth. Moving forward, focusing on away game consistency and squad depth will be crucial to sustain their upward trajectory. Overall, this campaign sets a promising foundation for future seasons in higher divisions.
